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Infographics

A useful infographic makes one relationship easy to understand.

Illustrative photograph for infographics
Illustrative photograph

A practical way to use this

Keep the source beside the numbers, use comparable units and avoid visual scales that exaggerate small differences. For a process graphic, show decisions and handoffs clearly enough for someone to explain the next step.

Review points

  • One message or relationship per graphic.
  • Source, period and units beside the data.
  • Comparable scales and clear labels.
  • A written explanation for readers who need it.
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